Risk Management

Mission

The Risk Management Division seeks to minimize the adverse effects of property and casualty losses to the State and to the public through building code administration, facility inspections, risk management services, and a wide range of insurance coverages.

Overview

Administers the State Property Fire Insurance Fund, the self-insurance fund for state-owned property

Procures from private insurance companies various insurance policies needed by state agencies and universities

Inspects state-owned buildings for fire and life safety

Provides interpretations and responds to questions on the State Electrical Code and provides support , education, and training to local electrical inspection departments

Administers the State Fire Protection Grant Fund

Assists local governments with risk management assessments for optimizing their property and casualty insurance programs

Serves as staff to the Public Officers and Employees Liability Insurance Commission through which professional liability insurance is made available for law enforcement officers and public employees and officials.